Fraudsters are always coming up with new ways to steal personal information. One of the latest scams uses fake websites and phishing tactics to trick people into installing malware designed to steal usernames, passwords, and financial data. At Falcon National Bank, your security is our priority. Here’s what you need to know. How It Works Fraudsters set up fake websites (or compromise legitimate ones). You may encounter a pop-up that looks like a normal “Verify You Are Human”...

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How does a local community bank stack up against a big bank? We're not afraid to look at both banking options and find out which type of financial institution stands taller in the financial battlefield. Let's state the obvious equities up front: Both will provide an account holder with a checking account and a savings account, and both lend money when it's time to buy a car or take out a personal loan. Of course, there's much more to consider from a community bank or large...

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Many people prefer to use their debit card for everyday purchases because it is easier to manage your money. While you can overdraft (ouch!), you can't rack up the same amount of interest-bearing debt like you could on a credit card. Debit cards are so popular that they account for 28% of all non-cash transactions. Debit vs credit transactions You might have noticed that when you make purchases with a debit card, you have the option to run it as debit transaction or credit. This...

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